{"title":"Cacao Trees","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTrinitario Cacao Trees for Sale in Florida, Grown in Miami\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own chocolate. Our \u003cstrong\u003eTrinitario cacao trees\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eTheobroma cacao\u003c\/em\u003e) are grown by Tony at our Miami nursery. Trinitario is a hardy Criollo x Forastero hybrid and one of the main cacao types used in fine chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrinitario Cacao Tree, 3 gal (14\"+):\u003c\/strong\u003e $45.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate \u0026amp; Spice Starter:\u003c\/strong\u003e a Trinitario cacao tree plus a sweet tamarind tree and coconut coir, a ready-made gift set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCacao growing tips for South Florida\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive young trees filtered shade and shelter from wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect on nights that dip toward the 40s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside Miami-Dade, keep it in a pot you can move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which cacao to grow? Read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/trinitario-vs-nacional-cacao-south-florida\"\u003eTrinitario vs Nacional Cacao: Growing in South Florida\u003c\/a\u003e. In Miami-Dade, pick up anytime at 2264 SW 22nd Ave or ask about local delivery. Questions? Text Tony at \u003ca href=\"sms:+17867742125\"\u003e786-774-2125\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"trinitarian-cacao-plant","title":"Trinitario Cacao Tree (Chocolate Tree), 3 Gal, Home-Grown in Miami","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gf-answer\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrinitario Cacao Tree for Sale in Florida\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrinitario is a hardy Criollo x Forastero hybrid and one of the main cacao types in fine chocolate. It's the cacao we grow here in Miami. Give it filtered shade while young and shelter from wind, and protect it on nights that dip toward the 40s. In Florida outside Miami-Dade, keep it in a pot you can move. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/trinitario-vs-nacional-cacao-south-florida\"\u003eTrinitario vs Nacional cacao\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gf-line\"\u003eGrown by Tony in Miami. Bigger trees from $40. Ships nationwide, special shipping in Florida. Text Tony: \u003ca href=\"sms:+17867742125\"\u003e786-774-2125\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"gf-value\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur 3-gallon Trinitario cacao is $45.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e We ship nationwide, with special shipping in Florida. UPS Ground runs about $8 in Florida and about $15 elsewhere in the US. Orders of $99+ ship free in Florida and $129+ ship free nationwide. You can also pick up anytime at our nursery, 2264 SW 22nd Ave, Miami, FL 33145.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you get:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Trinitario cacao tree (\u003cem\u003eTheobroma cacao\u003c\/em\u003e) in a 3-gallon pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 in.+ tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown in Miami by Tony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare tips (below) for sun, water, humidity and cold protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to see bigger-size photos of the tree you'd get? Text Tony at \u003ca href=\"sms:+17867742125\"\u003e786-774-2125\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gf-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Tony, the grower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown by Tony himself at our Miami nursery. Every Trinitario Cacao we send is a tree I've looked after here in Miami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed at 14\"+ in a 3 gallon pot. See our shipping policy for how trees are packed for shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBigger trees, fairer prices.\u003c\/strong\u003e We keep our prices fair so you get more tree for your money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare basics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it filtered sun or partial shade while young, rich well-draining soil, and steady moisture (never soggy). Cacao loves humidity and hates wind and cold, so protect it from cold snaps and strong breezes. Feed lightly during the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes a great gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sending it as a gift? Email your gift message to tony@giardinofresco.com after you order and we'll include a gift note with the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions? Call or text Tony at 786-774-2125.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrinitario Cacao Tree (Theobroma cacao ‘Trinitario’) – Premium Fine-Flavor Hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the legendary “best of both worlds” cacao into your tropical garden with our healthy, vigorously rooted Trinitario cacao plants from Giardino Fresco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Trinidad in the 18th century when Criollo and Forastero trees naturally cross-pollinated, Trinitario combines the complex, aromatic flavor of delicate Criollo with the hardiness, higher yields, and better disease resistance of robust Forastero. It is prized worldwide by craft chocolate makers for its rich, multi-layered profile—fruity acidity, floral notes, nutty undertones, spice, and a clean chocolate base—while remaining far more practical to grow than pure Criollo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy grow Trinitario cacao?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eFine-flavor beans ideal for homemade chocolate, ceremonial cacao, or simply enjoying the fresh white pulp surrounding the seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAttractive, colorful pods (often ridged and ranging from red, orange, yellow, green, to purple) that develop directly on the trunk and branches—a striking ornamental feature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eMore productive and resilient than pure Criollo, making it better suited for home gardens in warm climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA true conversation-piece tropical tree that produces the “food of the gods.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing notes for South Florida \u0026amp; similar climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrinitario thrives in partial shade to filtered sun when young, then full sun as it matures. It prefers rich, well-draining soil, consistent moisture, high humidity, and protection from strong winds and frost. In Miami and USDA zones 10–11 it can be grown in the ground; elsewhere it performs well in large containers. Expect flowers and pods once the tree is established (typically several years depending on size and care).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this exceptional hybrid to your collection and experience the unique pleasure of harvesting your own fine-flavor cacao right at home. Limited stock of healthy, nursery-grown plants available now at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/giardinofresco.com\"\u003egiardinofresco.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gf-guide\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCacao (chocolate tree) growing guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant facts at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eTheobroma cacao\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListed size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 gallon (14 in.+ listed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e An understory tree, about 10–20 ft in the ground. Often kept at 6–10 ft in containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered sun or partial shade, especially while young. Protect it from strong wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steady moisture and high humidity. Never let it dry out or sit waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold hardiness \/ USDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very cold sensitive. Outdoors only in frost-free zone 10b–11 sites. Stressed below 50°F and damaged near freezing. In most of our shipping states, grow it in a container and bring it in for winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime to fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed-grown trees often take a few years to flower. Pods grow directly on the trunk and branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste and uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented and roasted seeds make chocolate and cocoa nibs. The sweet-tart white pulp around the seeds is eaten fresh or made into juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer vs. in-ground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well suited to a large pot (15–25 gallons as it grows) on a shaded patio or in a bright room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing cacao outside South Florida\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Louisiana, Texas and north and central Florida, treat cacao as a patio or indoor tree. Keep it in a large pot in bright, filtered light, and bring it inside when nights drop below 50°F. Raise humidity with a pebble tray or by grouping plants, and keep it away from heating vents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom pod to chocolate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest pods when they change color (yellow, orange or red, depending on the tree) and sound hollow when tapped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScoop out the seeds and pulp, then ferment them covered for 5–7 days, turning daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun- or oven-dry the beans, roast them, crack and winnow them into nibs, then grind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch to keep the roots cool and moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed lightly and often in the warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers are pollinated by tiny midges. Hand pollination can help pod set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gf-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I grow a cacao tree in Florida?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in frost-free South Florida in a sheltered, shaded spot. Elsewhere, grow it in a container and bring it in when temperatures drop below 50°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long until a cacao tree makes pods?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed-grown trees often take a few years to flower and set pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes cacao need full sun?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It prefers filtered light or partial shade, especially when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I make chocolate from my tree?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The seeds are fermented, dried, roasted and ground. It's a fun home project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo you ship to my state?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship nationwide, with special shipping in Florida. Shipping is calculated at checkout; orders of $99+ ship free in Florida and $129+ ship free elsewhere in the US. Questions? Call or text Tony at 786-774-2125.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eGrowing information is based on University of Florida IFAS Extension guidance. Results vary with climate and care.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I grow a cacao tree in Florida?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, in frost-free South Florida in a sheltered, shaded spot. 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